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The Age
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Age
The unlikely trio ready to kick goals in Spring Street
We at CBD HQ are eagerly counting down the days until next year's Victorian election. But while all signs are pointing to another blowout at the polls, a few bench warmers are busy plotting their offensive from the sidelines. Merri-bek councillor Oscar Yildiz, along with former AFL players Anthony Koutoufides and Paul Dimattina, have their sights set on Spring Street, and are in the early days of setting up their very own political party. It's an unlikely trio, to say the least. But if a game of Markers Up is featured at any point in the election cycle – we know who our money will be on. CBD managed to get hold of Yildiz while he was enjoying a quick few putts at the golf course on Sunday. He assured us that there's a lot more work to do before anything is set in stone – but that he has complete trust in his new allies. 'We're honestly at the thinking stage … We haven't even got a constitution. We haven't even sat down and had a proper [conversation],' the councillor said. 'We just want to hold people to account … I'm a straight shooter, and Kouta and Dimma would say the same thing.' The new crew have an event booked in for September, when they'll hold a lunch with some local movers and shakers to break bread and talk politics. Regular readers will recall that things didn't go too well at the last state political party Yildiz was connected with, the shortlived Victorians Party. He tells us that he's feeling better about things the second time around. 'There's no Clive Palmer or anyone like that behind us. We're not going to allow anyone else to really try and come in and hijack this party like happened with the last one,' Yildiz said.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
🧨 Pulisic to Saudi, Yildiz renewal, Pioli on Asllani: transfer news 🤑
The summer market has no intention of stopping and continues to deliver important blows in view of the next season, from Yildiz's renewal to the search for a midfield reference at home in Viola. There is just over a month left until the start of the new championship and Italian teams do not want to be caught unprepared: here are the most important news of the day. 💎 Yildiz is to be locked down Juventus is working to lock down Kenan Yildiz, considered a key element for the club's technical project. In addition to the growth of his market value, the management wants to guarantee his stay with a new contract and an adjustment of his salary. Advertisement According to the Corriere dello Sport, the Bianconeri would be ready to propose a renewal until 2030, with a salary of 4 million euros per season. A significant increase compared to the 1.5 million that the Turkish striker currently receives. 😰 Arabia wants 3 Milan players After the arrival of Mateo Retegui and the repeated surveys for Moise Kean, Christian Pulisic has also ended up in the sights of Saudi Arabia. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, there have been no concrete contacts yet, but the interest has alerted Milan, who wants to renew Pulisic's contract. Gianluca Di Marzio, on the other hand, speaks of an interest from Saudi Arabia for Yacine Adli and Ismail Bennacer: both are leaving the club. 🔁 Inter does not give up on Leoni Francesco Acerbi's future at Inter appears uncertain, despite the good performances provided in the last season. The Nerazzurri club, in fact, according to the Corriere dello Sport, is evaluating a renewal of the defensive department and could sacrifice the former Lazio to make room for new signings. Advertisement The main objective remains Giovanni Leoni, followed by all the big Italian clubs for his technical and tactical potential. The negotiations with Parma are, however, stalled, due to the high economic demands of the Emilian club. However, Inter seems intent on restarting from young profiles like his. 🎯 Napoli is very close to Lucca According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Napoli continues to push for Lorenzo Lucca. The agreement with the striker has already been found, while the last details related to the bonuses are being defined. Sky reports an agreement close to 34 million. The objective of the Neapolitan club is to conclude the operation by the beginning of next week. The negotiation is in an advanced phase and there is confidence in an imminent conclusion. Darwin Núñez, on the other hand, seems more distant: Liverpool's request remains too high. ⚔️ Roma challenges Juve, and Solbakken... 👋 Roma enters the race for Yves Bissouma, a midfielder from Tottenham followed by Juventus and Fenerbahçe. According to Turkish sources, the Giallorossi club has shown interest in the 28-year-old Malian: the Spurs ask for between 26 and 28 million euros, while the contract expires in 2026. Advertisement According to Di Marzio, Roma has made another offer for Rios: the distance between the offer and the request of Palmeiras is 5 million. The negotiation for the sale of Solbakken to Molde is also advancing, while West Ham does not open up to the loan of Aguerd. ❌ Sarri's untouchables Despite Lazio's incoming market being blocked at the moment, the club has decided to lock down its key elements. From the top of the company, a clear dictate has emerged: the pillars of the team are not to be touched. Romagnoli will remain to lead the defense, flanked by Mario Gila. In midfield, Guendouzi remains untouchable: his dynamism is considered crucial for Sarri's game. The same line for Zaccagni, decisive for fantasy and ability to create superiority. Lazio aims for the continuity of its central block, to guarantee stability and competitiveness even in a phase of transition. 👀 Pioli "calls" Asllani The Corriere dello Sport takes stock of Fiorentina's strategies in midfield. Ismael Bennacer remains a profile appreciated, especially for the link with Pioli, but the high salary of the player makes his arrival in Florence complicated. For this, the Viola are evaluating more sustainable alternatives. Advertisement One of the options leads to Kristjan Asllani, already in Pioli's sights at Milan. Inter, however, does not make discounts and evaluates the Albanian midfielder between 18 and 20 million euros. The negotiation is not simple, but the name remains hot on the notebook of the Gigliata management. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here. 📸 Marco Luzzani - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Player exchange deal touted between Barcelona & Juventus
Murmurs surrounding what would come as a surprise swap deal between Barcelona and Juventus have surfaced in the Spanish media over the last 24 hours. This comes amid the understanding that the former boast a long-time interest in the services of Bianconeri talent Kenan Yildiz. Advertisement Youngster Yildiz, for his part, is fresh off turning heads across the football landscape, courtesy of his performances at the Club World Cup. En route to Juventus being sent packing from the competition in the round-of-16 by Real Madrid, the Turkish international lit up the USA, notching five direct goal contributions in four appearances. Such efforts are said to have piqued the attentions of a whole host of Europe's top clubs. And as alluded to above, early this week, as much has given rise to chatter surrounding what would come as nothing short of a shock player exchange between Juve, and Barcelona. Advertisement As revealed by Spanish journalist Albert Fernández, Barca actually came close to signing Yildiz back in 2022, during his time on the books of Bayern Munich. And the Blaugrana have not lost sight of the 20-year-old in the years since… Aware that Juventus would no doubt demand a massive sum to part with their crown jewel, the idea of a swap deal involving Yildiz and Ronald Araújo – whom the Italian club moved for in January – has been touted. Conor Laird – GSFN
United News of India
02-07-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
Real Madrid edges Juventus to move into Club World Cup quarterfinals
Miami, July 2 (UNI) Gonzalo Garcia's second-half header lifted Real Madrid to a 1-0 victory over Juventus on Tuesday, securing the Spanish side a place in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals. The breakthrough came in the 54th minute when Trent Alexander-Arnold delivered a precise cross from the right, allowing Garcia to nod home from close range. The 21-year-old now has three goals and one assist in four tournament matches. Persistent rain in the Hard Rock Stadium area eased shortly before kickoff, avoiding further delays after earlier weather disruptions during the tournament. Juventus made six changes to its starting lineup, with Kenan Yildiz, Francisco Conceicao and Randal Kolo Muani replacing Nicolas Gonzalez, Teun Koopmeiners and Dusan Vlahovic in the attack. Real Madrid welcomed back star forward Kylian Mbappe, who was named as a substitute after having missed the group stage with gastroenteritis. Despite Madrid controlling early possession, Juventus carved out the sharper chances. Yildiz intercepted a pass and surged through midfield to slip Kolo Muani through on goal, but the French forward lifted his effort over the bar. Yildiz threatened again minutes later, forcing a corner with a deflected shot. Jude Bellingham nearly opened the scoring for Madrid in the 29th minute, but Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio produced a reflex save to deny him from Alexander-Arnold's cutback. Di Gregorio kept his side in the match with another close-range stop to deny Federico Valverde just before halftime. The Italian keeper continued his strong performance after the break, parrying efforts from both Bellingham and Dean Huijsen, but was finally beaten by Garcia's decisive header. Garcia made way in the 68th minute for Mbappe, who made his Club World Cup debut. Late saves from Di Gregorio kept Juventus in contention, but the Serie A side failed to find an equalizer against Madrid's disciplined defense. Real Madrid will face either Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey - who play later Tuesday night - in Saturday's quarterfinal in New York. UNI XINHUA GNK
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Today's Papers – Yildiz's Juventus dreams, Allegri calls Leao
La Gazzetta dello Sport Inter move for a super attack Hojlund, I take you A new coup in attack after Bonny. A new injury in the USA for Calha Yildiz says it all My life like Del Piero 'Being the Juventus leader gives me confidence. I dream of winning everything like Ale.' Club World Cup: at 21:00 against Man City for the leadership Advertisement Hello, Leao? It's Max Allegri calls and Rafa already prepares for the pre-season Morata is back. Yes to Fabregas' Como Il Corriere dello Sport 'Yildiz is great' From the compliments from Exor's chief to the City exam Juve wait for Sancho and David and challenge Haaland Comolli speaks with the Canadian and pushes United for the winter. Tudor: First spot at stake in the game against Guardiola. A draw is enough for the Bianconeri. Milan raise Ricci's offer 25m ready to close the deal with Torino. Allegri relies on Loftus-Cheek Bernebé is the idea of Viola Roma: auction for Angelino Nunez, new look for Napoli Manna negotiates with the Reds: he's valued at 58m. Darwin is ready to say yes from Uruguay. Tuttosport Yildiz: 'Juve for life' I dream of staying here forever. They signed me as a kid, I've become a man here Advertisement Renewal? Money, no, sorry. I don't think about it. I am focused on the Club World Cup. Del Piero is a friend: we often talk and he's always kind. But no comparisons I've made many progresses in the last year, also physically. The biggest in mentality. Tudor gives me more freedom. Elkann texted me to congratulate me Meeting Haaland without fear The regista will join Allegri for 25m Ricci to Milan, Toro consider Zaniolo Talks involving Colombo with the Rossoneri. Vagnati considers a loan deal for the attacking midfielder who returned to Galatasaray and insists on Anjorin. Como: Morata close. Pioli released for Florence.
